A Rio de Janeiro group that blended traditional forró with contemporary Brazilian music in the late 1990s.
For their sound, try "Camisa Manchada" or "Bica D'água", both show that blend of traditional rhythm and easygoing Rio vibe they did so well.
They took the accordion-driven sounds of Northeastern Brazil and brought them to Rio's scene, creating songs that felt both rooted and fresh. Tracks like "Camisa Manchada" became familiar staples, and their collaborations with artists like Gilberto Gil showed how their approach connected different corners of Brazilian music. They weren't just playing forró, they were making it speak to a wider audience.
They started as friends in Rio in the late 1990s, releasing albums like "Forró de Raiz" in 2001. By 2007's "Forró do Mundo," they were touring internationally and working with established names. Alexandre Lira on accordion and Chico Chagas on guitar gave the band its instrumental backbone.
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